Posts Tagged ‘ free ’

Encourage Respectful Use of Digital Media

January 4, 2011

This new, free digital literacy curriculum helps to teach fourth- and fifth-graders how to use the Internet responsibly. The curriculum was produced by Common Sense Media, which has a similar curriculum for middle school students that is being used by about 10,000 schools nationwide. The curriculum includes a focus on Internet and security, privacy and responsible digital behavior; and uses print, video and interactive components as well as real-life stories to deliver lessons on the subjects. Cyberbullying is a major focus of the curriculum, which is based on ethics findings of the GoodPlay Project from the Harvard Graduate School of…

Principles of Democracy

January 4, 2011

Principles of Democracy explains fundamental principles that contribute to making a democratic government work effectively. This FREE series of one-page primers provides students with a concise definition of democracy and expands on supporting elements, such as good governance and the rights and responsibilities of people living in democracies. Web: http://www.america.gov/publications/books/principles-of-democracy.html This information is provided as a courtesy for BISD teachers and inclusion here does not indicate an endorsement by the district. It is important to thoroughly evaluate a website before using it with students. For help with this please contact the Learning Technologies Coach for your campus.

Democracy in Brief

January 4, 2011

Democracy in Brief gives a concise account of the intellectual origins, history and basic values of democratic systems of government. The FREE, downloadable chapters touch on topics such as rights and responsibilities of citizens, free and fair elections, the rule of law, the role of a written constitution, separation of powers, a free media, the role of parties and interest groups, military-civilian relations and democratic culture. Web: http://www.america.gov/publications/books/democracy-in-brief.html This information is provided as a courtesy for BISD teachers and inclusion here does not indicate an endorsement by the district. It is important to thoroughly evaluate a website before using it…

Flatten Your Classroom in Meaningful Ways

November 8, 2010

Flatten Your Classroom in Meaningful Ways Flattening your classrooms is about introducing your students to the world in safe, meaningful ways that will enrich and augment the things that are already working in your school. Seven Steps to Flatten Your Classroom is a free ebook based on an Atomic Learning workshop developed by Vicki Davis, who has been recognized for her innovative use of the Web in the classroom. Click Here to Download Free eBook This information is provided as a courtesy for BISD teachers and inclusion here does not indicate an endorsement by the district. It is important to thoroughly evaluate a website before using…